Here’s A Complete Breakdown Of Engine Options And Mileage Of Maruti Suzuki Victoris

Maruti has lifted the wraps off the Victoris, a compact SUV that will be retailed via the Arena network. If you are planning to buy one, it comes with two petrol engine options and a choice of the factory-fitted CNG kit. Before you decide, here’s a look at the Victoris’ powertrain figures, transmission choices, and claimed efficiency, along with insights on how these engines perform in its Nexa sibling.

Victoris Engine Choices

Under the hood, the Maruti Victoris packs the same powertrain options as the Grand Vitara. You can choose between a 1.5-litre strong-hybrid petrol unit paired with an e-CVT gearbox, or a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine offered with both a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmission. 

The strong-hybrid setup delivers a combined 116 PS and 141 Nm, while the mild-hybrid produces 103 PS and 137 Nm. The mild-hybrid unit is also available with an all-wheel-drive system if you go for the automatic transmission. And if you want a factory-fitted CNG kit, it can be had with the mild-hybrid unit paired only with the 5-speed manual transmission. That said, with the CNG mode, the Victoris puts out 88 PS and 121.5 Nm. 

Victoris Fuel Efficiency

When it comes to fuel economy, the 1.5-litre strong-hybrid setup of the Victoris takes the crown with a claimed 28.65 kmpl, making it the most efficient in the lineup. Slotting in next is the factory-fitted CNG option, rated at 27.02 km/kg. The 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine follows, returning up to 21.18 kmpl with the manual, 21.06 kmpl with the automatic, and 19.07 kmpl when paired with the AWD automatic.

New Underbody For CNG Kit

With the Victoris, things get really clever with the CNG option. It is the first Maruti to feature an underbody twin-cylinder CNG setup, which means you do not have to sacrifice boot space for efficiency. This smart packaging allows it to balance practicality with its greener credentials, making it stand out amongst other CNG-equipped models.

How These Engine Options Feel on Grand Vitara

Regarding the powertrain options, since the Victoris borrows its engine options from the Grand Vitara, we already have a fair idea of how they feel to drive. The mild-hybrid petrol is at its best in the city with easy-going performance, though it feels a bit strained on the highway. The CNG setup makes daily commutes efficient without compromising too much on usability, but highway overtakes do demand patience. It’s the strong-hybrid, however, that stands out, blending petrol and electric power for quick responses in town and relaxed, fuel-efficient cruising on the open road.

ZigSays…

With its mix of mild-hybrid, strong-hybrid, and a clever underbody twin-cylinder CNG setup, the Victoris offers both versatility and practicality. The efficiency figures, especially from the hybrid option, make a strong case for everyday drivability. Add in the CNG’s space-saving design and the availability of all-wheel drive with the mild-hybrid, the Victoris delivers a rounded set of powertrain choices that stand out in its segment.